THE EVIDENCE-BASED USE OF MEDICINAL PLANTS IN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

ISBN-13: 9786209385674 / Angielski / Miękka / 76 str.

Aïmen Abbassi; Dora Cherif; Nour El Houda Ben Fatma

Opis

The book explores the scientific foundation, therapeutic potential, and clinical relevance of plant-based interventions for one of the most challenging neurodegenerative disorders of our time. Alzheimer's disease, responsible for the majority of dementia cases worldwide, remains without a cure, and current pharmacological options provide only symptomatic relief. This book examines emerging evidence that medicinal plants may offer neuroprotective, cognitive-enhancing, and symptom-modifying effects.A systematic review of literature from PubMed and Cochrane identified thirty-one studies evaluating plant-derived therapies for Alzheimer's disease. Among them, five medicinal plants-most notably Ginkgo biloba and Crocus sativus-have undergone clinical investigation, demonstrating varying degrees of efficacy on cognition, behavior, and disease-related complications.By integrating findings from phytotherapy, neurology, and clinical research, this work provides a comprehensive, evidence-based resource for clinicians, researchers, and students seeking alternative or complementary strategies for Alzheimer's management.